Surprisingly, to me anyway, magazines still push the idea of what men and women SHOULD wear. I offer the list here as ways for writers to play with such expectations. By describing your narrators with a mix of both what are called mens and womens clothing, you can challenge the notion of gendered appearances. You can create a bit of ambiguity or present a non-binary character.
For women: You will need the following items in your wardrobe:
- A Wedding Dress
- Pant suit
- Crisp White Tee
- Crisp White Shirt (long sleeved, silk, cotton)
- Tank tops
- Asymetrical tops
- A blouse
- Basic tee shirts
- Wrap Dress
- Formal dress
- Little Black Dress
- Printed summer dress
- Classic skirt
- Pencil skirt
- Knee-length skirt
- Jeans (that complement your body shape)
- Black/dress pants
- Khaki or pale slacks
- Denim shorts
- High waisted leggings (black or opaque)
- Stockings
- Hoodies
- Trench Coat
- Leather jacket
- Denim jacket
- Blazer
- Long sleeveless vest
- Cashmere sweater
- Light wool cardigan
- Simple Flats
- Ballet flats
- Heels (for many occasions)
- Sneakers
- Pumps
- Ankle booties
- Sandals
- Flipflops
- Bathrobe/dressing gown
- Bras for all occasions
- Seamless underwear
- Slip
- Petticoat
- Garter belt
- Tights/hose
- Socks (ankle, white)
- Gym clothes
- Bathing suit/bikini
- Yoga pants
- Apron
Accessories:
- Classic leather belts
- Tote bags
- Evening clutch
- Silk or lightweight scarf
- Statement neclace
- Sunglasses
- Regular glasses
- Gloves
- Thong
- Hat
- Necklace
- Ring
- Earrings
- Perfume
- Mittens
- Sunglasses
- Handbag
- Bracelet
- Purse
- Watch
- Umbrella
- Scarf
- Muff
This list came from a mix of three women’s magazines in 2021. I have to cringe. I hope you do too. They were serious.
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